Description

George Washington: A Fine 1799 Letter Entirely in His Hand.
Written from Mount Vernon on September 31, less than three months
before his passing, it incorporates his signature "Genl.
Washington" in the first line. He writes in third person to "Mr.
Digger" to discuss the exchange of 20 bushels of early white wheat.
He opines on the best time for harvesting, observing that "...any
time in September is in good season-the middle better than sooner
in that month." Docketed on verso in another hand "Genl.
Washington," the ink from which has lightly bled through to the
front to the right of "1799" as shown. Minor roughness along left
edge, otherwise excellent condition. 7.25" x 9".